Troy Daniels traded to Minnesota

Former VCU shooting guard Troy Daniels has been traded from the Houston Rockets to the Minnesota TImberwolves.

December 19, 2014; 7:00 PM • by Aaron Williams

Former VCU sharpshooter and Houston Rocket Troy Daniels has been traded to the Minnesota Timberwolves. Daniels set the single-season 3-point record at VCU with 94 in 2012 before draining 124 during his senior campaign in 2013.

After graduation he joined the Rio Grand Valley Vipers and set the NBA D-League record for 3-pointers as part of the Rockets’ offensive experiment in the farm system. He was called up before the playoffs and hit a game-winning 3-pointer in game 3 before going off for 17 points in game 4.

His shooting percentage has plummeted this season and his opportunities have been limited, but he hit 3-of-4 3-pointers last night. The Timberwolves (5-19) are dead last in the stacked Western Conference, but the move is huge for fans of watching Daniels launch bombs. Daniels has a marketable skill and the move should give him an opportunity to use it more than in Houston.

Houston wanted a veteran in Corey Brewer. Minnesota wanted a prospect with upside in Troy Daniels. The trade is a win for both teams and fans of the Rams who want something to tune into late at night after a VCU victory.